[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 15 (Friday, January 24, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E65]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                              RICK TAYLOR

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                          HON. DONALD NORCROSS

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, January 24, 2020

  Mr. NORCROSS. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor and commend the 
life and legacy of the late Pennsauken, New Jersey resident, The 
Honorable Rick Taylor.
  The late Rick Taylor and his family lived in Pennsauken, New Jersey, 
where he served as Pennsauken Township's Mayor, Deputy Mayor, and 
Township Committeeman for 25 years and served as a longtime educator at 
Pennsauken Public schools.
  Rick Taylor earned his master's degree in education administration 
from Glassboro State College and moved to Pennsauken in 1969. His 
lengthy career in the township's schools began when he was hired as a 
Pennsauken High School English teacher and held that position for eight 
years before advancing to the role of assistant principal, which he 
held for a decade. Rick then became principal of two Pennsauken 
elementary schools for nine years. He also served as an assistant 
football coach and head golf coach at Pennsauken High School and spent 
15 years as director of personnel for the Pennsauken School District.
  Along with his dedication to students and education, Rick also served 
in positions of civic leadership. He served on the township committee 
for 25 years and served as Mayor for nine terms. He also served as a 
Lector at St. Stephen's and was on the board of the Diocese of Camden's 
Office of Black Catholic Ministry. Additionally, Mr. Taylor was a 
Commissioner on the Delaware River Port Authority Board and was 
reappointed to the Board by Governor Christie in 2017.
  Among his many accomplishments, Rick received Camden County's MLK 
Freedom Medal for his service to the community of Pennsauken for over 
40 years and for his work as a tireless advocate for children, youth 
and families.
  The residents of Pennsauken, New Jersey greatly adored and 
appreciated Mr. Taylor. His passing is a great loss to Pennsauken and 
our entire community, as well as a deeply personal loss for those who 
were privileged to call him a friend and mentor.
  Madam Speaker, I ask you to join me in honoring the late Rick Taylor, 
of Pennsauken, New Jersey, a dedicated public servant who fought 
tirelessly for his students, fellow educators, his committee members 
and for the constituents of Pennsauken, New Jersey.

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